Join us for the OACAO Aging Well Conference 2025—a premier event for leaders and professionals supporting older adults across Ontario.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

🔹 Francophone & Pre-Conference Workshops

🔹 Keynotes from visionary leaders

🔹 Practical breakout sessions on funding, collaboration & programming

🔹 A dynamic trade show of Industry Leaders

🔹 Networking with peers and industry innovators

🔹 Evening entertainment & improved travel-friendly Tuesday schedule

We’re reimagining the conference experience based on your feedback—designed to leave you inspired and equipped for the year ahead.

2025 OACAO AGING WELL CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS

• *Sarah Feeney-Martin, *Nora Jones

PROGRAM COMMITTEE

• *Sarah Feeney-Martin, Dan Grummon, Robin Mech, Dena Silverberg, Sue Hesjedahl, Kelly Meeussen, Kara Miller, Julie Pennal, Jenn Wiebe, Léo Lavergne, Denise Lemire

SOCIAL COMMITTEE

• *Lisa Tobio, Kennedy Leblanc-Robins, Amanda Trinh

TRADE SHOW COMMITEE

• *Emily Angel, Karen Kelly, Anna Do, Victoria Stewart, Sue Hesjedahl

DELEGATE BAGS

• *Emily Angel, York Fairbank Centre for Seniors team

REGISTRATION

• *Julie Moran-Illes, Rajan Dosanjh, OACAO Admin team

MARKETING/PROMOTION, SPONSORSHIP

• *Emily Angel

HOTEL/LOGISTICS

• *Sarah Feeney-Martin, Nora Jones, Sue Hesjedahl

VOLUNTEERS

• *Dena Silverberg, *Robin Mech

TRAVEL BURSARY

• *Bill Krever, Karie Papillon, Nora Jones

(* = Committee Chair or Co-Chairs)

🎟️The Conference Registration Deadline is October 23rd!

Travel Bursary Application

This year, the OACAO Board of Directors allocated funds to ease the financial burden for OACAO members travelling from greater distances, to support their interest in participating in the conference.

The travel bursary is designed to support eligible delegates to subsidize travel and accommodation expenses, including:
• Mileage (travelling by car)
• Train or plane tickets
• Hotel accommodation
• Additional transportation costs (i.e., taxi, train)

Eligibility Criteria
Eligible conference delegates must:
1. Be members or affiliates of a Centre, Seniors Club or organization that is a current
member in good standing with the OACAO
2. Travelling from 2 hours or more outside of Mississauga
3. Require financial support to cover the increased cost of travelling to/participating in the
conference

The Deadline for Travel Bursaries has closed. For more information contact Sue Hesjedahl at sue@oacao.org

Book Your Accommodations for the 2025 Aging Well Conference Nov. 2 – 4, 2025:
Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale 6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga

Online Reservations: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/yyzmohh-hilton-mississauga-meadowvale/

Or by phone call: 905-821-198

2025 Overview

Sunday Evening Welcome Reception with Networking and Music Bingo

Kick off the Aging Well Conference at our Sunday Reception! Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with fellow attendees, sharing experiences, and meeting peers from across Ontario. This is the perfect way to spark new ideas, build relationships, and set the tone for 2 days of learning and inspiration.

Music Bingo
It’s bingo with a beat! HearCANADA is hosting MUSIC BINGO- Music from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Sing along (if you want), laugh with friends, and maybe even win a prize—no music skills required, just bring your ears and enthusiasm!

Monday Gala with Entertainment and Silent Auction

Join us for an unforgettable night of dining and entertainment! Enjoy a delicious buffet-style dinner, followed by a captivating performance from Sawyer Bullock—an international, award-winning magician and mentalist. Known for his unique blend of wit and trickery, Sawyer has been featured at TIFF, Canada’s Wonderland, Massey Hall, and the Toronto Centre for the Arts. He has starred in three seasons of his own television show with Rogers Broadcasting, sold out theatres across Ontario, and performed internationally in Las Vegas, Korea, the Dominican Republic, and Rwanda. Prepare to be amazed!

Goose Chase Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Join in for a 3-day virtual scavenger hunt using the Goosechase App! Get to know other conference delegates and our OACAO Business Partners and win fun prizes.

Networking Opportunities

The Aging Well Conference is more than a learning experience—it’s a chance to connect. Throughout the event, you’ll have opportunities to meet peers, share ideas, and spark collaborations with professionals, service providers, and community leaders from across Ontario. Whether it’s over coffee breaks, at the trade show, or during social events, these connections are designed to inspire partnerships that strengthen the sector and support healthy aging.

2024 Recap

Trade Show Registration is NOW OPEN

As in the past, the OACAO’s 2025 Aging Well Conference will feature an interactive Trade Show,
providing OACAO Partners and seniors-serving businesses and organizations with the opportunity to highlight their services and products to Canada’s fastest-growing demographic.

On Monday, November 3, 2025,

we will host the 2025 Trade Show at the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO) Annual Provincial Conference at the Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale Hotel in Mississauga. The Trade Show will be held inside the Graydon Ballroom.

Building on the success of past events, which featured over 35 exhibitors, our upcoming Trade Show offers a unique opportunity to showcase your products and services.

With a growing network of over 250 senior centres and organizations reaching more than 200,000 older adults across Ontario, this event will connect you directly with approximately 175 front-line staff and volunteers who support seniors in their communities every day.

This Year’s Trade Show Exhibitors Include:

Trade Show Application

Contact Emily Angel at emily@oacao.org,

Toll free: 1-866-835-7693, Local: 905-584-8125. 

Stand out and make an impact!

The 2025 OACAO Aging Well Conference offers unique sponsorship opportunities for organizations looking to elevate their brand and demonstrate their commitment to Ontario’s aging population.

As a sponsor, you’ll gain premium visibility among 150 + front-line professionals, volunteers and decision makers from over 250 older adult centres and organizations across the province. 

Whether you’re aiming to build new partnerships, launch a product or align your brand with a trusted provincial network, sponsoring the Aging Well Conference is a strategic investment in Ontario’s vibrant seniors’ sector.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For more information on sponsorship opportunities:

OACAO Sponsorship Package 2025 Final

or Contact Emily Angel at emily@oacao.org.

 Toll free: 1-866-835-7693,

Local: 905-584-8125.

We look forward to partnering with you!

I am interested in being a speaker or am a speaker for the Conference, who do I contact?

Please contact info@oacao.org for more information.

I am interested in being a sponsor for the Conference, who do I contact?

Please contact emily@oacao.org for more information.

I am interested in being an exhibitor at the Trade Show at Conference, who do I contact?

Please contact emily@oacao.org for more information.

I am interested in providing a delegate bag insert, who do I contact?

Please contact emily@oacao.org for more information.

Where can I learn more about the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario?

Please visit www.oacao.org/about-oacao for more information.

How do I become a member of the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario?

Please visit www.oacao.org/membership/become-a-member/ for more information.

How can I volunteer?

Please contact info@oacao.org for more information.

I have a registration question.

Please contact admin@oacao.org / 1-866-835-7693 or 905-584-8125.